The innocence of childhood collides with the stark aftermath of war in this wrenching and ultimately redemptive tale of family, seemingly impossible choices, and the winding paths to destiny, which sometimes take us to places far beyond our imaginings. Lisa Wingate, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Before We Were Yours and The Book of Lost Friends "Ardone s beautifully crafted story explores the meaning of identity and belonging...recommended to fans of Elena Ferrante s Neapolitan novels." The Library Journal "[The Children s Train] leaves you with a great sense of the importance of family and the tough decisions that must be faced as a result of that love". Shelf Awareness
